No Play And No Work Makes For A Boring Boys State

By Isaac Becker, Staff Writer
6/17/2008

Boys State citizens are witnessing a rising discontent among themselves regarding the abundant amount of free time. Don’t be surprised, free time to do whatever you want is great, but the lack of activities leads to many boys sitting in the halls or napping in their rooms. “I was really disappointed with the organization of events,” comments one Madison City resident, “I was expecting lots of busy work and activity, and instead we get a big waste of time.” Swimming, fitness, and basketball are open once a day, but closed during free time.

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